Everyday  |  2:00 PM   | 144 BB Comer  | Study Abroad 101

Want to study abroad but not sure where to get started? In Study Abroad 101 the Education Abroad team will discuss a variety of topics including program searching, dispelling myths about Education Abroad, and providing an overview of the process & timeline for you to better plan your international education experience. Education Abroad recommends that all students attend a Study Abroad 101 BEFORE seeing an Education Abroad Advisor.

For more information please contact Education Abroad at studyabroad@ua.edu.

Nov. 18-22  |  All Day   |  Student Center  | EA Photo Contest Finalists Displayed

For more information please contact Education Abroad at studyabroad@ua.edu.

12:00-1:30 PM   |  102 Autherine Lucy Hall  | Beyond Borders: Faculty Narratives About Their Fulbright Experiences

The College of Education celebrates International Education Week by inviting Dr. Joy Burnham, ESPMRC, Dr. Angela Benson, ELPTS, Dr. Robin McWilliam, SPED, Dr. Cory Callahan, C&I, and Ms. Megan Legerski from the Capstone International Center to share their Fulbright experiences with you!

For more information please contact Dr. Kagendo Mutua at kmutua@ua.edu.

12:00-1:00 PM   |  Virtual  | Fulbright Specialist Program: Virtual Campus Visit

The Capstone International Center invites faculty and administrators to join us on Monday, November 18^th  from 12 to 1 PM CT to learn more about the Fulbright Specialist Program, a program of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The Fulbright Specialist Program provides U.S. citizens who are established professionals or academics and possess expertise in qualifying disciplines with the opportunity to engage in short-term (2-6 week) project-based exchanges at host institutions around the globe.

During this information session, you will hear from Senior Outreach Officer for the Fulbright Specialist Program, Amirah Nelson, and gain an in-depth look at the program and an overview of topics such as: eligibility requirements; grant benefits; application process; and examples of past Fulbright Specialist projects.

Amirah Nelson serves as the Senior Outreach Officer for the Fulbright Specialist Program at World Learning, connecting U.S. academics and professionals with opportunities to share expertise, gain international experience and develop sustained collaborations with a range of institutions abroad. She has over a decade of experience working with U.S. government-funded international exchange programs, and started her journey in international education as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant to Indonesia.

In addition, time will be available for an audience Q&A. This event will be recorded, and a recording will be shared with all registrants after the event has concluded.

Please register for this event using the following link: https://ua-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvd-yhrTsuHteQgT5-nAajtOyr_6syROZU

2:30-3:30 PM   |  142 BB Comer Hall   | A World of Opportunities: Resume Workshop and International Internship Opportunities

Are you interested in studying abroad but don’t think you can manage that AND finding a summer internship? Consider a summer internship abroad and gain the skills you need for your future career, earn academic credit that will transfer back to UA, and experience a new culture and country! Join the Career Center and WorldStrides on Monday, November 18^th, from 2:30-3:30pm in 142 BB Comer Hall to learn how to develop a strong resume and apply it towards international internships and other opportunities abroad!

Find more about this event and the WorldStrides, contact Gabrielle Taylor at worldstridesrd@ua.edu!

8:30-11:00 AM   |  Virtual  | Perspectives on the Future of International Education

Join IFLE, along with ED’s International Affairs Office (IAO) for a moderated panel discussion into current topics and emerging trends in international education. Panelists and will share their perspectives on international education from their respective roles spanning many areas of international education including study abroad, foreign language learning, international education research, government-funded programs, and beyond.

Moderator: Dr. Dawn Michele Whitehead – Vice President of the Office of Global Citizenship for Campus, Community, and Careers, Association of American Colleges and Universities

Panelists: Dr. Leah Mason – Deputy Director of Research, Evaluation and Learning; Institute of International Education, Ms. Aditi Walunj – First Secretary (Education, Science and Technology), Embassy of India; Dr. Brian Gibson – Vice President for Language Programs, American Councils for International Education; Dr. Jennifer Donaghue – Assistant Provost, International Education, The George Washington University; Dr. Rebecca Rubin Damari – Director of Research at the National Foreign Language Center (NFLC) at the University of Maryland, College Park.

Registration is open until November 14th. For more information about the event, visit the Office of Postsecondary Education website!

1:30-3:30 PM   |  144 BB Comer Hall  | Education Abroad: Drop-In Advising

Studying, working, or interning abroad can be one of the highlights of your university career.  You will have wonderful and challenging experiences that will allow you to grow both academically and personally, not to mention prepare you to compete in today’s globalizing world.  We know planning for this experience can be daunting, so we have assembled some key information below to help get you started.  The most important thing to remember is that the UA Education Abroad office is here to help you every step of the way.

Find more about Education Abroad on their website!

2:00-3:15 PM   |  Intercultural Center  | CIP 202: Intercultural Experience Showcase

Students in this class share their experiential learning outcomes with the rest of campus at this end-of-semester showcase.  As a society, we are increasingly aware of the way trends and processes reach beyond the confines of local, regional, and national boundaries. At UA’s Capstone International Center, we know that a 21st century citizen is certain to live a life that includes a variety of encounters with other cultures. It is our hope that you will take advantage of the many opportunities UA offers for intercultural engagement. And, this course has been designed to be one of those opportunities.

For more information please contact Kelly McPherson at kellym@eli.ua.edu.

4:00 PM   |  Gorgas Library Hall  | Holodomor Exhibition Tours

The Holodomor exhibition tours offer an in-depth look into the devastating man-made famine that took place in Ukraine in 1932–1933. Through this guided experience, visitors will explore personal accounts, and historical insights that reveal the causes, consequences, and enduring impact of the Holodomor. This exhibition serves as an educational journey, encouraging reflection on resilience, memory, and justice.

Find more about this event and the Holodomor Exhibit, contact Anna Mariya Basauri Ziuzina at abasauriziuzina@ua.edu!

12:00-1:30 PM   |  102 Autherine Lucy Hall   | International Student Panel: Debunking Stereotypes

The College of Education presents a panel of international students from China, Bangladesh, Ghana, Nigeria, South Korea, Japan, Iran, India, USA, and Egypt to discuss their approach to being confronted with a situation involving stereotypes.

For more information please contact Dr. Kagendo Mutua at kmutua@ua.edu.

2:00-3:00 PM   |  Virtual  | Fulbright U.S. Student Program

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is for American students who want to go abroad for 8-10 months to do research, study, or teach English after graduation or while in graduate school. This session will introduce you to the program, the application, and the Fulbright Program Advisors that are here at UA to assist you. Please use this link to join the virtual information session: https://ua-edu.zoom.us/j/87908568105. For more information, please contact Dr. Tori Jessen, Fulbright Advisor, at tkjessen@ua.edu.

To learn more about Fulbright opportunities for faculty, visit the Capstone International Center’s Fulbright page.

2:30-3:30 PM   |  142 BB Comer Hall   | Art Across Cultures: Paint the World

We are excited to invite you to join us in celebrating International Education Week (IEW) with a special Art Event that highlights the beauty of our global community – Art Across Cultures: Paint the World. This event is a wonderful opportunity to express your creativity and share your study abroad experiences, interests, and goals. How do you visualize our melting pot of cultures through art? Paint it!

If you’re interested in joining us, sign up here!

To find more about this event, contact Sam Young at samantha.young@ua.edu!

3:30-5:00 PM   |  Yellowhammer Room, Gorgas Library  | Round Table on Genocides

Join us for a round table on genocide on November 20 at 3:30 p.m. in the Yellowhammer Room, Gorgas Library at the University of Alabama. This event will bring together scholars, students, and community members to discuss the history, causes, and impact of genocides, including the Holodomor. Topics will cover the UN Genocide Convention and Raphael Lemkin’s work, genocide in international law, twentieth-century genocides in Ukraine and their relevance to the current Russian-Ukrainian conflict, and insights on the Holocaust. This discussion highlights the importance of historical awareness and resilience in preventing future atrocities.

To find more about this event and the Holodomor Exhibit, contact Anna Mariya Basauri Ziuzina at abasauriziuzina@ua.edu!

5:00-9:00 PM   |  Tuscaloosa River Market  | Festival del las Velitas

Celebrate the rich cultural tradition of “Velitas” at UA—a festival that builds community and brings joy to everyone who attends. Inspired by the Colombian holiday, join HLA for an evening filled with music, food, and festivities.

To find out more about this event contact Julia Dominguez at jddominguez1@crimson.ua.edu!

5:00 PM   |  109 BB Comer Hall  | Returned Peace Corps Volunteer Panel

Peace Corps Volunteers put their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with host communities in more than 60 countries. Immerse yourself in a new culture while living and working alongside community members on locally prioritized projects. Come and hear from returned Peace Corps Volunteers about their time abroad and the benefits of Peace Corps service.

For more information please contact Megan Legerski at mlegerski@ua.edu.

5:00 PM   |  Yellowhammer Room, Gorgas Library | Carnival of Flavors

Taste of the Caribbean: Carnival of Flavors celebrates the vibrant and diverse culinary traditions of the Caribbean. Guests will enjoy a variety of traditional Caribbean dishes, each bursting with bold flavors and tropical spices, alongside colorful musics that showcase the rhythms and spirit of the islands. It is an opportunity to learn and engage with the Caribbean culture. We encourage everyone to invite friends, family, and colleagues to join in on this celebration.

The event will be held in Gorgas Library, Yellowhammer, Room 2019. To register, click on the link below :
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/carnival-of-flavors-taste-of-caribbean-tickets-1082306220039?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information please contact Ludmille Lyvert – President of the Association at llyvert@crimson.ua.edu.

Episode Release at 8:00 PM   |  Virtual  | Traveling Tide: Underrepresented students abroad to non-traditional locations!

If you are interested in studying abroad but your schedule is too packed, you want student advice, or you just want to hear some cool stories from around the world. Tune in! This episode will be dedicated to non-traditional and unique study abroad locations, so don’t miss it!

For more information please contact Samantha Schumann at skschumann@crimson.ua.edu.

8:30-11:30 PM   |  144 BB Comer Hall  | Education Abroad: Drop-In Advising

Studying, working, or interning abroad can be one of the highlights of your university career.  You will have wonderful and challenging experiences that will allow you to grow both academically and personally, not to mention prepare you to compete in today’s globalizing world.  We know planning for this experience can be daunting, so we have assembled some key information below to help get you started.  The most important thing to remember is that the UA Education Abroad office is here to help you every step of the way.

Find more about Education Abroad on their website!

11:00 AM -1:30 PM  | 102 Autherine Lucy Hall | Cultural Expo

The cultural expo will wrap up the week-long event to celebrate International Education week in the college of education. It is planned to display how the college is rich in culture from various countries of the world.

For more information please contact Honorine Ntoh Yuh at nhonorine@crimson.ua.edu.

4:00 PM   |  Gorgas Library Hall  | Holodomor Exhibition Tours

The Holodomor exhibition tours offer an in-depth look into the devastating man-made famine that took place in Ukraine in 1932–1933. Through this guided experience, visitors will explore personal accounts, and historical insights that reveal the causes, consequences, and enduring impact of the Holodomor. This exhibition serves as an educational journey, encouraging reflection on resilience, memory, and justice.

To find more about this event and the Holodomor Exhibit, contact Anna Mariya Basauri Ziuzina at abasauriziuzina@ua.edu

6:00-9:30 PM   |  Student Center Ballroom  | Yalda Night – 2024

Yalda Night (Shab-e-Yalda or Shab-e Chelleh) is one of the most ancient Persian festivals annually celebrated on December 21 by Iranians all around the world. Yalda is a winter solstice celebration; it marks the end of autumn and the lengthiest night of the year. Since days get longer and nights shorter in winter, Iranians celebrate the last night of autumn as the renewal of the sun and the victory of light over darkness. On Shab-e-Yalda, people gather in groups of friends or families, usually at the home of grandparents or the elderly, to pass the longest night of the year happily by eating nuts and fruits, reading Hafiz poems, making good wishes, talking and laughing all together to give a warm welcome to winter, and a felicitous farewell to autumn. The Iranian Students Association (ISA) at UA invites you to join us for a vibrant celebration of Yalda Night at UA Student Center Ballroom on November 22nd, 2024.

To find more about this event, contact Saeed Shiri at sshiri@crimson.ua.edu.

Nov. 7  |  6:30-8:30 PM   | Student Center Ballroom  | ISAT’s Diwali 2024

The Indian Students Association of Tuscaloosa (ISAT) is delighted to be back this year with one of the biggest festivals on campus, Diwali. The new moon night from Kartik (fall) month of the lunar calendar when lighted up is the perfect time to celebrate the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and unity in diversity. In recent years, Diwali has been organized on campus, attracting hundreds of people, especially UA students, who share this festival by immersing in Indian culture. Last year, over 600 people made their presence to enjoy the cultural activities, dances, songs, fashion walks, Henna booth, and delicious Indian food. Adding to this were the show-stopper fireworks towards the end, echoing the tradition in India. This year also, ISAT would like to organize Diwali with the same enthusiasm and a huge crowd to bring the UA community closer by giving them a wonderful experience of mouthwatering food, groovy dances, songs, a Heena counter, a photo booth, a sparkling fireworks show at the end.

Please RSVP for this event here.

Nov. 8  |  5:00-8:00 PM   | John England Hall  | ISA Presents Fall Festival

The Fall Festival at the University of Alabama is an exciting event that goes beyond showcasing a variety of global culinary experiences to celebrate an array of cultural expressions, including music, fashion, dance, theatre, and more. It provides an avenue for students from different countries to unwind and actively participate in performances that highlight traditional folklore, music, singing, and dances, as well as a colorful fashion show and theatrical acts. The festival attracts members of the university community and external guests alike, with arts and crafts displays and cultural booths representing numerous nations. It’s a platform for meaningful intercultural exchanges that foster greater understanding and appreciation of global diversity.

Please RSVP for the event here.

Nov. 12, 4:00 PM  |  Nov. 13, 2:00 PM   | Intercultural Center | U.S. State Department- Q&A with DIR South

The Office of Global and Community Engagement and Capstone International invite you to attend a short presentation by Andrei M. Cotton, U.S. diplomat since 2005, followed by an opportunity to ask questions relating to U.S. Foreign Service careers and internships. Students of all academic disciplines (as well as faculty and staff) are welcome to attend one of the two sessions to learn more! This is a great opportunity for students who are U.S. citizens to learn more about a future with the Department of State. Before becoming a diplomat, Mr. Cotton worked in the agribusiness industry as a sales and marketing specialist for Dow AgroSciences and Bayer Crop Science. He is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Ecuador 1998 – 2000) and holds a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from Tuskegee University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business and Economics from Auburn University. Andrei is from Atlanta, Georgia and speaks Spanish and Portuguese

Join the U.S. Department of State talent network here.

Nov. 13  |  5:30 PM   | Yellowhammer Room, Gorgas Library  | Career Advancement Through Foreign Language Education

Please join MLC and the German Program for a talk with Joseph Lulka who will share how learning a language helped him advance his career.  Joseph Lulka, a former UA student in Engineering and German, currently works at Mercedes. He’ll speak about how learning German has been incredibly useful for working at MBUSI (about 50% of his working day is conducted in German) and the importance of learning languages when working in industry and business. Joseph also participated in an exchange program at Esslingen, Germany and is the head of the AGP Young Professionals group.

Nov. 14  |  12:00-1:00 PM   | 1008 Capstone College of Nursing  | Visiting Scholar Presentation: Leading the Pack in Becoming Global Nurse Citizens within the Transformational Domain of Academia

This presentation offers a unique opportunity to explore the essential role of nurses as global citizens and foster an understanding of how leadership within academia can influence positive global change in healthcare. Join us to gain valuable insights into how academic institutions and nursing professionals can embrace their role as change agents, enhancing global health equity and care standards. One (1) Nursing CE Credit is available for all attendees, and lunch will be provided for all in-person attendees.

Please RSVP by Thursday, November 7th. We look forward to seeing you there!

Nov. 15  |  3:30-6:00 PM   | Five Points Baptist Church | Taste of Africa 2024

It’s the season of the Taste of Africa (ToA) 2024! We welcome you all on board for a mouthwatering journey through the diverse and delicious flavors of Africa. This year’s ToA event is scheduled as follows:

📅 Date: Friday, November 15, 2024

⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM

📍 Location: Five Points Baptist Church, 3718 36th Street, Northport, AL

🎟️ Admission: Free!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with authentic African dishes, rich culture, and a chance to connect with our wonderful community.

How to RSVP? Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP and let us know you’re coming! Or click the link: https://bit.ly/TasteofAfrica2024